Job Summary

Located in the heart of Providence, Rhode Island, Manchester Street Station is nestled on 12 acres in the Historic Downtown district near the Providence River. The plant produces enough electricity to power about 112,000 homes, using natural gas as its primary fuel with fuel oil as a secondary. CRO performs various duties related to the operation and mechanical equipment and systems in a combined cycle electric generating facility. This position is in a bargaining unit represented by the Utility Workers of America/AFL-CIO and Local 310 BUW Council UWUA, AFL-CIO.

Job Functions

Duties to include, but are not limited to:

• Monitors and operates all major and auxiliary equipment and systems associated with a combined cycle steam powered electric generating station. Performs start-ups, shutdowns and emergency procedures as necessary for safe equipment operations
• Complies with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Observes, records and interprets indications from instrumentation and control systems during operational rounds
• Performs functional testing of plant systems and components. Interprets acceptability of data in comparison with established standards or sound power plant practices. Determines the need for and performs routine operational tests and adjustments on all power plant systems and components as required.
• Assists in the investigation of plant problems, incidents, accidents and unusual events, and provides analyses, recommendations, reports and appropriate follow-up plans.
• Performs switching and tagging and housekeeping duties as required.
• Maintains logs, records, and data sheets; prepares reports, trends and time sheets, material requisitions, work orders, and other administrative documents related to the business of power and steam production.
• Provides advice and counsel to the Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor regarding technical and administrative conduct and shift operations.
• Communicates with and represents the Company in its relations and communications with contractors and other non-Company personnel.
• Qualifies to perform station lockout/tagout procedures
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

The hourly rate for this position is $41.73.

This position requires the ability to work 12 consecutive hours of work on a rotating shift.

Education and Experience An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A City of Providence Boiler Operator License upon award of the position and a City of Providence Stationary Engineer’s License within one year.
• Minimum of three years of operations experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of applicable Pre-Employment test battery.
• Successful completion of applicable Pre-Employment drug testing and formal background checks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Must successfully complete all required Control Room Operator training.
• Minimum of three years of operations experience.
• Ability in the following areas; basic math, electricity, chemistry and power plant physical sciences; print reading; communication skills. Competency is demonstrated through satisfactory completion of accredited courses. Company courses or equivalency exams
• Ability to perform technical troubleshooting.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally using telephone and PA system.

Work Environment Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Work on ladders, work at heights, work in high noise and/or climate temperature extremes, work near high voltage and/or rapidly rotating equipment and work in cramped and/or confined positions with occasional heavy lifting
• Occasional work with toxic chemicals including but not limited to solvents, acids, and caustics.

Physical Abilities that is commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Physical work in atmospheric conditions where fumes, dust and gases are present.
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Sufficient physical strength to operate manual valves. Sufficient physical endurance for repetitive motions, such as manual valve operation and barrel moving.
• Cramped working conditions requiring overall flexibility, manual dexterity and adequate hand-eye coordination.

IHI Power Services Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants must apply online at www.IHIPower.com

In the case of a work related injury, the Company may be able to accommodate restricted duties for a limited period of time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.